© 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Rear Loader
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Preventive Maintenance
3.8.3
Engaging the Tailgate Prop (With Tag Axle)
1. Remove the hair pin clip (Figure 50, Item 1) from the
safety pin (Figure 50, Item 2) and remove the safety pin.
Repeat this step on the other sides of the tailgate.
2. Loosen and swing the turnbuckle (Figure 50, Item 3) out
of the slot and away from the tailgate.
CAUTION
There is a tailgate prop on each side of the
body. This propping procedure must be
performed on both sides of the body.
Damage or injury may occur if both props
are not used.
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2
3
Figure 50
1. Start the chassis engine.
2. Open the tailgate far enough to allow the tailgate prop
, Item 1) to fit around the cylinder rod
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2
Figure 51
3. Shut the engine OFF and disable the refuse vehicle.
4. Perform your company’s Lockout/Tagout procedure.
If your company does not have a Lockout/Tagout
procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147 Lockout/Tagout and
1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate.
5. Push up on the prop lever (Figure 52, Item 1) to place
prop (Figure 52, Item 2) around the cylinder rod. Repeat
the procedure for the other side.
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